Scalable Rail-Guided Vehicle Solutions for Smart Factories


As manufacturing moves toward Smart Factory and Industry 4.0, material handling systems must be scalable, reliable, and easy to integrate. Rail-Guided Vehicle (RGV) systems provide a solid foundation for intelligent logistics by combining fixed-path stability with flexible automation control.
RGVs can be deployed as a single transport unit or expanded into a multi-vehicle system with centralized scheduling. Their modular design allows factories to scale capacity, extend track layouts, and upgrade automation levels without disrupting existing operations.
Scalable Rail-Guided Vehicle systems are widely used in:
Smart production lines with automated workstations
Factory-wide intralogistics networks
Warehouse-to-line and line-to-line material flow
Multi-station buffer and accumulation systems
Intelligent manufacturing cells
Mixed manual and automated logistics environments
RGVs seamlessly connect production equipment, conveyors, robots, and storage systems, enabling smooth data-driven material movement.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 1–320 tons (customizable) |
| Power Supply Options | Busbar Power / Cable Power / Battery Powered |
| System Scalability | Single vehicle to multi-vehicle system |
| Track Layout | Straight / Loop / Switch / Complex networks |
| Travel Speed | 0–50 m/min |
| Control Mode | Semi-Automated / Fully Automated |
| Scheduling Method | Centralized PLC or host system |
| Communication | Industrial Ethernet / Wireless |
| System Integration | MES / WMS / ERP compatible |
| Operating Mode | 24/7 continuous operation |
To support smart factory deployment, optional features include:
Central dispatch and traffic management system
Multi-vehicle collision avoidance logic
RFID-based material identification
Automatic station call and release system
Digital twin and simulation support
Data monitoring and production reporting
Safety laser scanners and zone control
Custom HMI and system visualization
By integrating Rail-Guided Vehicles into a smart factory environment, manufacturers achieve higher automation levels, improved logistics visibility, and long-term system scalability—without sacrificing reliability.
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